Sailing Good, Bad, and Ugly · video

What this video covers

The crew of the sailboat Good, Bad, and Ugly practices reefing and anchoring techniques during a weekend coastal passage. Facing 15 to 22 knots of wind, the skipper reefs the mainsail to maintain a heel angle below 15 degrees.1:32 The crew navigates around crab traps before entering a narrow anchorage under sail power alone, maintaining a speed of approximately 1.4 knots to ensure a controlled arrival.8:08 After anchoring, the crew dives to inspect the set of the anchor before cleaning a freshly caught cero mackerel.13:45 The fish is prepared both seared and as sashimi, with the crew noting the mild flavor of the raw meat.20:13 A practical technique for filling a water bucket from the deck involves throwing the bucket into the wind to catch more water than a downwind scoop.15:29 The experience highlights the value of practicing sail handling and anchoring maneuvers in favorable conditions to build confidence for future passages.

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